Hopkins Fails To Secure Senate Majority In Separate Ballots
The report shows no United States senator chosen after separate ballots in both houses. Hopkins led the Senate with 26 votes but fell 16 short in the House of Representatives. A joint session will continue balloting daily until a majority is achieved, with Shurtleff receiving unexpected votes in the House. The Republican caucus called for a session to organize and manage future ballots.
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United States
Albert J. Hop‘kine
Aurora
Kane County
Hopkins
Senate
Edward D. Shurtleff
Curran
Bhanahan
Mejkal
Shurtleff
House
Burtleff
Luther Mills
Oglesby
Aator Hopkins
Breid
Brown
Hay
Henson
Jones
Landee
Lundberg
Olson
Schmitt
Stewart
Foss
Stringer
Broderick
Burton
Gibson
Glackin
Gorman
Hearn
Holstlaw
Isley
Jandus
Manny
Rainey
Tossey
Womack
Clark
Ettelson
Mason
Stephen A. Douglass
Shanahan
Forty-sixth General Assembly
John L. Fhinnigen
East St. Louis
Albert J. Hopkins
Frank W. Shepherd
Lawrence B. Stringer
Lincoln
Charles S. Luke
Willam A. Kannally
Lee County
Mr. Stringer
Illinois Senate Accepts Hopkins Nomination Amid Ballot Debates
The Illinois Senate and House discuss and advance nominations for senator. Hopkins receives strong backing from many, Stringer gains support from Isley and others, while Foss and Mason also receive nominations. A governor’s message printing and relief appropriations are approved as lawmakers weigh primary loyalties and constitutional cautions.
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Dunlap
House
Senate
McKenzie
Albert J. Hopkins
Hopkins
Reed Smoot
Women's Christian Temperance Union
Illinois
Lawrence B. Stringer
Albert E. Isley
Newton
Jasper County
Hopkins Wins Caucus Backing for Re election
In a late evening caucus the Illinois General Assembly unanimously supported Senator Albert J. Hopkins for re election. The 78 present and absentees voting to back Hopkins formed a strong bloc within the assembly, while nominations were made for Foss and Mason in separate moves.
Boston honors memory of Edgar Allan Poe centenary
Boston on January 20 observed the Poe centenary with nationwide homage to the author. The event, under the International Poe Society, featured speeches at the Authors' Club by figures such as Mrs. Julia Ward Howe Colonel Thomas Wentworth Higginson Judge Robert Grant Bliss Perry and Rev. Samuel M. Crothers.
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Europe
Edgar Allan Poe
International
Poe Agesociation
Authors’ Club
Julia Ward Howe
Thomas Wentworth Higginson
Robert Grant
Bliss Perry
Lev
Samuel M. Crothers
Gotham honors Poe in centenary celebrations in New York
New York marked the centenary of Edgar Allan Poe with three major events. A monument was dedicated in Poe Park Fordham near the Bronx cottage where Poe’s wife Virginia died. Wilton Lackaye read a poem about Poe’s cottage and a bust was given to the city by Arthur A. Stoughton. Poe’s cottage opened to visitors after the unveiling.
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Edgar Allan Poe
Poe
Poe Park
Fordham
Bronx
Virgina
Wilton Lackaye
John Henry Bower
Arthur A. Stoughton
Fire destroys five story brick at 17 Main Street
Buffalo Jan 20 a five story brick building at 17 Main Street occupied by D Mahoney Sons was destroyed by fire. The loss is 200000 dollars.
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Buffalo
N. Y
Main Street
D. Mahoney & Sons
On Being Mean and Economical Life Philosophy
The text argues that true economy comes from a mean disposition. A naturally mean man stays economical, while a generous person must curb generosity. It suggests living partially mean in youth and shifting toward generosity after accumulating wealth, noting no successful philanthropist before the day.
President Salary Rise and Auto Debate in Senate
Senate amendments raise the president's pay to 100000 while chief justice receives 15000 and associate justices 14600. Debate centers on allowing carriages for the speaker and vice president. autos for the president trigger Republican caution and jokes about horses. House debated 12000 for presidential automobiles as seeds vs autos flags the urgent deficiency bill passage.
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Governor vows to curb anti Japanese bills in California
Intercedes for Japs Sacramento January 2 Governor Gillette replies to the president promising to oppose anti Japanese legislation. He cites a six month period ending October 31 showing 2074 arrivals and 3181 departures of Japanese on the mainland, saying there is no justification for action that would increase tensions. He warns agitators will face trouble if they provoke conflict.
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Sacramento
Gillett
California
United States
To Consider Willett Speech in House Action
Washington January 20 A special committee was authorized by the house to consider and report what action if any should be taken with regard to the speech delivered by Representative Willett of New York in which he attacked the president.
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Willett
Washington
Jan
House
New York
Alleged Terra Cotta Trust Under Federal Probe
New York January 26 federal authorities will investigate another alleged trust. The Atlantic Terra Cotta company, a $3,000,000 corporation, is the concern named in the inquiry.
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Terra Cotta Trust
New York
Atlantic Terra Cotta Company
Pineules for the Kidneys Trial Offer
Golden globules claim direct kidney action with quick relief for backache rheumatism lumbago and fatigue. A 30 days trial costs 1.00 and promises blood purification. Sold by H J Moogk and P Guenther.
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H. J. Moogk
P. Guenther
Bay of Freeport merchants strike fair price pact
Bay of Freeport merchants announce alignment on pricing to meet shopper expectations. Local traders emphasize competitive rates and transparent deals to attract customers amid ongoing market changes.
Unclear Text Fragments From Source Document
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Luzon Volcano Eruption Damages Lands In Tayabas
Manila reports the Luzon volcano in Tayabas province suddenly became active causing widespread damage. Loud detonations and water eruptions destroyed cultivated fields and bridges while highways became impassable. Authorities say residents fled to hills, limiting loss of life.
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Manila
Taynobas
Luzon
Colima Volcano Erupts Near City of Mexico
The volcano near Colima, just outside Mexico City, is in eruption with no lava flow. Seismologists warn of possible severe shocks after several tremors reported recently. The volcano emits smoke and flames nightly and is visible to ships at sea.
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City of Mexico
Colima
Paid Undertaker First New York Suicide at Police Station
An elderly man identified as Thomas H. Hutchins of New York shot himself on the steps of the West Twentieth Street police station shortly after making cremation arrangements. Police found a burial company receipt on his person less than an hour old during identification searches.
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New York
Thomas H. Hutchins
West Twentieth Street
Italian Navy Crisis Drives Duke to Possible Resignation
A Turin dispatch reports the Duke of the Abruzzi plans to resign from the navy and renounce rank to wed Katherine Elkins, but the king reportedly refuses to accept the resignation. Many senior officers threaten to resign with him, per the Petit Parisien.
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Turin
Petit Parisien
Hatters Favor Arbitration Overstrike Troubles
John A. Moffit, president of the United Hatters of North America, says 15,000 striking members, angry over the drop of the union label by hat makers, are ready to pursue arbitration. He believes the dispute will be resolved quickly.
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Orange
WN. J
John A. Moffit
United Hatters of North America
Gates Laughs At Rabies Fear Inconsistent Report
In Tucson on January 20 John W Gates denied danger of hydrophobia after a bulldog bite story circulated. He said neither he nor the dog faced rabies and continued strolling the dog on a chain. In Kansas City the same day Mahmout failed to throw Raoul De Rouen within an hour, losing a wrestling match by foul then time ran out.
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Ariz
John W. Gates
Gates
Kansas City
Yussiff Mahmout
Raoul de Rouen
Mahmout
Test Vote Against Coast Racing
Sacramento California January 20 The first test vote on the anti race track bill resulted in a victory for supporters of the measure The motion to have the report favored and its passage referred on the ground that the public had not been given a hearing was defeated
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Bacramento
Cal
Friends
Largest Train Service In World Fort Worth
The F1 interests announce on June 1 a plan to launch the longest through train service in the world. The Galveston to Seattle route will require no passenger car changes, promising seamless travel across the country.
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Fort Worth
Tex
Galveston
Seattle
Veteran Comedian Ince Dead in New York
John J. Ince, veteran comedian who performed with Edwin Booth and notable actors, has passed away in New York. Details of his career and affiliations with Barrett McCullough Adelaide Neilson Clara Murray and Mrs. John Drew are noted in the obituary.
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New York
John J. Ince
Edwin Booth
Barrett, McCullough
Adelaide Neilson
Clara Murray
John Drew
Ceed ci Puew Monia
Hot Foods And Temperature Risks In Food
A New York Americas note warns high temperatures injure teeth and digestion. It cites experiments showing meat at 115 degrees, beans at 132, potatoes at 150, tea averaging 125 but unsafe to swallow beyond 142 degrees. It compares hot baths at 112 degrees and notes dangers of extreme heat in eating.
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New York Americas
Ex Pastor Mortis Kemp Grilled in Chicago Court
Chicago January 20 After a bitter arraignment Judge Blake took the case of Rev Mortis Kemp former rector of St Chrysostom s Episcopal church under advisement He faces charges of lying on the witness stand by Assistant State s Attorney Short The decision on whether he will be held for trial is expected in two or three days The prosecutor denounced the minister saying the crime sullies the church and city and urged the judge to overcome influence in the proceedings
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Episcopal
Chicago
Blake Tok
Mortis Kemp
St. Chrysostom's Episcopal Church
Short
Mr. Short
May flirt in church says minister keeps eyes on pair
Chicago reports Rev. S. B. Dexter of Park Place Baptist Aurora holds glances between youths in church are harmless if modestly done. He adds flirting in theaters and other public amusements should be…
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Ainister
Chicago
B. Dexter
Park Place Baptist Church
Aurora
Aurora crusade to close Sunday playhouses sparks clergyman remarks
A clergyman spoke after citing flirting in theaters as a reason for a local crusade in Aurora aimed at shutting Sunday night playhouses. The remarks followed the criticism of theater morals and the purge described as harmful to the community.
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Aurora
Mrs Yerkes seeks removal of executor in probate suit
In Chicago on January 20 Mrs Mary Adelaide Yerkes widow of Charles T Yerkes filed in Cook County probate court a petition to discharge executor Louis B Owsley alleging waste and mismanagement. The document accuses Owsley of turning bonds worth 4 494 000 of the Chicago Consolidated Traction to Chicago Railways to gain appointment as receiver, claims the Yerkes fortune fell from about 25 000 000 to 6 000 000, and says Mrs Yerkes private means are depleted.
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Chicago
Cook County
Mary Adelaide Yerkes
Charles T. Yerkes
Louis
Owsley
Yerkes
Chicago Railways Company
Chicago Consolidated Traction Company
Consolidated Traction Company
Russel Announces Appointments to State Treasurer Office
Springfield Jan 20 State Treasurer Andrew J Russel has announced the appointment of his office force Edward C Breck of Jacksonville to assistant treasurer succeeding Frank Banner of Chicago Mrs C E B Dixon of Jacksonville takes over the stenographer post from Harry George of Mendota George will remain as clerk John B Bacon of Chicago remains as bookkeeper H C Luehrs of Kankakee becomes cashier Frank Felch of Sangamon county and George P Gardner of La Salle as clerks.
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Idl
Andrew J. Russel
Edward C. Breck
Jacksonville
Frank Banner
Chicago
C. EB. Dixon
Harry George
Mendota
George
John B. Bacon
H. C. Luehrs
Kankakee
Frank Felch
Sangamon County
George P. Gardner
la Salle
Stensland Still in Prison Parole Hopes Dwindle
Joliet Jan 20 No one appeared before the state board of pardons for Paul Stensland jailed for embezzlement tied to the Milwaukee avenue bank failure in Chicago. No request was made on his behalf though an parole bid was anticipated.
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Board of Pardons
Joliet
State Board of Pardons
Paul
Stensland
Milwaukee Avenue Bank
Chicago
Lydia E. Pinkham's Compound Endorsed By Satisfied User
A reader testimonial extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a proven remedy for female troubles, claiming thirty years of widespread support and urging other women to try it. The endorsement emphasizes honesty in advertising and cites a letter from Mrs Ela Wood of Chester Arkansas detailing relief from nervous symptoms and life changes.
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Chester, Ark
Ela Wood
Bernulf
Lynn
Mass
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